Discover unforgettable things to do in Arizona

From road trips and outdoor thrills to rejuvenating resorts and unique local cuisine, Arizona teems with exciting travel adventures. Experience the exhilarating scenery, including the majestic beauty of the Grand Canyon National Park and the Sonoran Desert. Retreat to a quaint bed-and-breakfast or historic inn, or reward yourself at a luxurious resort and spa. Hit the links at a championship golf course. Taste wine from local vineyards and explore a variety of culinary delights. Averaging more than 325 days of sunshine a year, you can always plan on perfect weather.

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Rugged Adventures

Arizona’s cinema-ready canyons and deserts have long served as the backdrop for movies, including “Raising Arizona,” “Jerry Maguire” and “Thelma & Louise.” Whether it’s the panoramic landscapes punctuated by red rocks or alpine forests opening to hidden lakes, the view is enchanting and sobering, but also accessible for hiking, biking and other adventures. Take a four-wheel drive tour, stay on a houseboat at one of the magnificent lakes or skydive over the desert or near the Grand Canyon.

Old West and American Indian Culture

Experience the Old West by visiting the ghost towns and boom towns – shoot-out at the O.K. Corral reenactment, anyone? – that established it. Tour a mining museum or enjoy a Western-themed amusement park, then savor a steakhouse dinner. Immerse yourself in the cowboy lifestyle by staying on a guest ranch. You’ll also find the American Indian influence everywhere, from rock petroglyphs to silver and turquoise jewelry in high-end shops; that's because 22 tribes call Arizona home. Many tribal nations, including Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Gila, While Mountain Apache and Navajo, are open to the public.

Urban Escapes and Wellness Retreats

This state has no shortage of luxuries for the weary traveler. Pamper yourself with spa treatments at elegant resorts in some of the state’s biggest cities, which also offer golf courses overlooking the rustic desert landscape. Avid producers of wine, Arizona’s vineyards and award-winning wineries make for a romantic tour or site for farm-to-table dining. Not to be outdone, brewpubs and gastropubs enliven the urban scene.

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Fun Fact

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People actually live at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. The Havasupai Indians are so remote that their mail is delivered by horseback.

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More hummingbird species can be found in Sierra Vista in southern Arizona than in any other state, earning its title as "the Hummingbird Capital of the United States."

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Prescott, Arizona, is home to the World's Oldest Rodeo, which dates back to 1888.

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Must see places

Grand Canyon National Park

The Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, belongs on everyone’s must-see list.

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Tucson’s Dining Scene

Get the flavor of Tucson, declared a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, when you eat your way through the city’s diverse restaurants, farmers markets and street food scene. Explore Mexican and American Indian culture through the city's various cuisines.

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Lake Powell

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Route 66

Take a trip down the Mother Road through historic towns such as Hackberry, Kingman, Oatman, Flagstaff and Seligman, where you’ll encounter old trading posts and villages as well as some of the state’s most dramatic natural landscapes.

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Goldfield Ghost Town

Arizona has its share of old copper mining and ghost towns, but here you can tour Mammoth Gold Mine, learn about the area’s unique history at Goldfield Museum, pan for gold, ride a narrow gauge train, explore shops and watch a gunfight reenactment unfold.